Brazil to file charges against Chevron executives

Brazilian prosecutors say they will file criminal charges against 17 Brazil-based executives of Chevron Corp for a new oil leak near its offshore well where at least 110,000 gallons (about 416,000 liters) spilled late last year. Federal prosecutors'' spokesman Marcelo del Negri says those targeted include George Buck, chief operating officer for Chevron''s Brazilian division.
He said Saturday that prosecutors have also asked a federal court for an order prohibiting the 17 from leaving the country. He said charges would include "environmental crimes." He provided no further details. Chevron said it had no immediate comment.